Senior MES Engineer

Cary, United States | Posted on 03/01/2026

An engineering firm specializing in process controls solutions and experts in the design, programming and deployment of automation systems for process, manufacturing, commercial buildings and public sector utilitiesis opening a Senior MES Engineer position in Raleigh, North Carolina (USA)

This is a great opportunity to join a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well-established engineering companies in the United States skilled at electrical design, control system manufacturing, process integration, programming, testing, training, and ongoing support.

Company Size : 201-500

Education :A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science or the Applied Sciences required.

Experience :

Proven experience with all phases of MES projects including conceptual, basis of design, implementation, testing, start-up, and commissioning in the Life Science industry

Familiarity with relevant regulatory requirements of the life science industry such as cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11, etc.

Demonstrated proficiency with designing and implementing integrated E  recipes using GAMP5, S88, and S95 standards

Preferred certifications and credentials :

Greater than 10 years with capabilities in the below areas is preferred :

MES solution deployment experience with but not limited to Werum PAS-X, Sepasoft, or POMS

Required tools/systems/processes mastery :

Experience – Greater than 10 years with capabilities in the below areas is preferred:

MES solution deployment experience with but not limited to Werum PAS-X, Sepasoft, or POMS

Proven experience with all phases of MES projects including conceptual, basis of design, implementation, testing, start-up, and commissioning in the Life Science industry

Familiarity with life science industry regulatory requirements such as cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11
, etc.

Proficiency with designing and implementing integrated E  recipes using GAMP5, S88, and S95 standards

Support software and configuration required for external systems interfaces such as DeltaV, SAP, LIMS, PI, and Maximo

Strong knowledge of historian technology and reporting systems

Experience with relational databases such as SQL, Oracle
, etc.

Strong knowledge of IT/OT networking

Work Model: 100% onsite at client/project locations. Must live within reasonable commuting distance or be willing to relocate to Raleigh with limited relocation assistance available.

Travel : Ability to travel up to 30% worst case (10% is typical with last couple years depending on project)

Physical Demands of Position : Seeing, color perception, hearing, listening, clear speech, dexterity in hands, driving, lifting, climbing, ability to mount and dismount equipment, pushing, and pulling

Working Condition : Expected on client location 5 days a week, Standard office environment, On-site office environment, and diverse industrial/construction environments. Frequent PC usage, copy machines, phones.

Shift patterns : Capable of working  off  shifts as needed during installation/commissioning to support project

Relocation Assistance : Limited assistance

Visa sponsorship eligibility : Not included

This position requires demonstrated technical proficiency in software design and configuration of MES solutions with integration capabilities to level two and four systems.

As a Senior MES Engineer you will interact directly with the customer and lead a team of engineers in identifying requirements, evaluating MES platforms, developing specifications, and implementing/testing/commissioning/qualifying MES solutions. You also demon state success by securing repeat work with both new and existing customers.

It is a leadership role within the business unit and requires strong problem-solving ability, well-balanced people skills, an aptitude for business efficiency, and an interest in creating partnerships.

• Responsible for delivering innovative MES solutions and design standards either self-directedly or as a leader of a team.
• Act as a solution architect with the ability to conceptualize, detail, and implement MES Solutions for industrial processes and machinery that meet customers' requirements.
• Act as technical lead on projects and guide lower-level engineers and technicians + as Project Manager on smaller projects.
• This involves the development of an MES strategy that integrates process knowledge, equipment design, and quality standards with information technology to reduce downtime, elevate the level of regulatory compliance, and introduce efficiency gains…